How Do States Different from Traits

question 97

Multiple Choice

How do states different from traits?

• A) A trait is biologically determined, whereas a state in environmentally determined.
• B) A trait is measurable, whereas a state is not.
• C) A trait is relatively enduring, whereas a state is relatively short-lived.
• D) A trait is unchangeable, whereas a state is easily influenced.

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Definitions:

Placebo

An inert or non-effective substance or treatment given to a participant in a study, used to contrast with an active substance to test its efficacy.

Test

An assessment or examination intended to measure a test-taker's knowledge, skill, aptitude, physical fitness, or classification in many other topics.

Independent Variable

The variable in an experiment that is manipulated to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

Dependent Variable

The variable in an experiment that is affected by manipulation of the independent variable, and is measured or observed by the researcher.